Laos, China strengthen ties to boost cardiovascular treatment
Source: Xinhua | 2025-05-28 | Editor:Jennifer
Laos' Mahosot Hospital and Fuwai Cardiovascular Hospital in China's Yunnan Province have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance healthcare quality, patient treatment, and medical services, particularly in the field of cardiovascular care.
The signing ceremony took place in the Lao capital, Vientiane on Monday and was attended by Lao Minister of Health Bounfeng Phoummalaysith, along with senior officials from both sides, Lao National Radio reported on Tuesday.
Speaking at the event, Director General of Mahosot Hospital Souxath Vongphachanh emphasized that the partnership aims to enhance medical services, particularly in patient treatment, disease prevention, and research, especially in pediatric cardiac surgery and heart transplants for children with congenital conditions.
He noted that this collaboration deepens the bilateral relationship between Laos and China in advancing public health and medical research. The partnership will also expand into areas like human resource development, medical equipment, and healthcare supplies.
Souxath expressed his sincere gratitude to the Chinese government and the Fuwai Cardiovascular Hospital for their ongoing support, which is vital to the development of cardiovascular care in Laos.
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